How can essential oils improve your sleep?

If you’re looking for a natural way to improve the quality of your sleep, essential oils could be the perfect solution. 
How can essential oils improve your sleep?

Essential oil's calm and relaxing aromas can help you to drift off and to stay asleep all night, leaving you feeling rested and refreshed.

 

Lavender: The original scent for sleep

volant white diffuser using organic lavender essential oil promoting relaxation and better sleepLavender essential oil is the most well-known aromatherapy oil which is used for sleep and relaxation, especially in those suffering from insomnia or sleep deprivation. This floral-scented oil is often the first port of call when it comes to trying out aromatherapy for sleep.

The soothing scent of lavender oil has long been associated with relaxation and sleep. It helps you to fall into a deep sleep by triggering the release of melatonin to promote a healthy circadian rhythm. Lavender oil has also been found to lower your heart rate and blood pressure to aid relaxation.

Two of the common causes of sleep problems include anxiety and pain. As well as being great at relieving the symptoms of both stress and anxiety, studies have shown that lavender oil also has analgesic properties, meaning that it helps to reduce pain.

Lavender oil is also commonly used to reduce snoring whilst increasing the amount of both deep and REM sleep. If you want to fall asleep faster, stop waking up and get more sleep, it may be worth trying out lavender essential oil.  

 

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Frankincense: Sleep like royalty

Frankincense essential oil is proven to aid restful sleep by decreasing your levels of stress and anxiety. As your anxiety levels decrease, you’ll find yourself drifting into a peaceful sleep and awaken feeling rested and refreshed.

The grounding scent of frankincense oil is ideal if you struggle to calm your mind before sleep. As well as helping carry your worries away, frankincense also helps to open your breathing passages in preparation for a restful night. 

 

 

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Geranium: A luxurious scent to help you to drift off

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If you enjoy a bit of luxury, you’ll love geranium essential oil. This rose-scented oil has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety thanks to its soothing aroma which acts as a natural antidepressant. This helps to calm both the body and the mind to promote restful sleep.


As well as helping you naturally relax into a restful sleep, the sedative effects that this essential oil generates can help you easily fall back to sleep if you wake in the night. This will leave you feeling rested and ready for the day ahead.

Geranium oil is also thought to be beneficial for sleep apnea. Massaging a few drops of geranium oil into your chest and neck before sleep can reduce sleep disruptions caused by sleep apnea. However, remember to dilute geranium oil with a carrier oil before applying it topically. 

 

 

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Bergamot: A citrus oil with a proven effect

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Many citrus-based essential oils are renowned for their invigorating properties. However, bergamot essential oil is unique in its ability to induce the physiological changes required for sleep, including reducing heart rate and blood pressure.


This calming and uplifting essential oil also helps to reduce symptoms associated with stress and anxiety by reducing stress hormones and adrenaline, helping to clear your mind in preparation for a restful night of sleep.

Studies have shown that bergamot oil is highly effective in improving the quality of sleep, including reducing the number of wakings per night. So, if you’re looking to stop waking up overnight, bergamot may be the perfect essential oil for you.

 

 

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Vanilla: Relaxing and uplifting

There aren’t many people who don’t enjoy the sweet scent of vanilla. It has a long history of use for relaxation and stress relief. In fact, vanilla is used by many to relieve the effects of anxiety and depression thanks to its uplifting and relaxing properties.

With a cosy and nostalgic aroma, vanilla essential oil is also known for its sedative effect on the body. It has the ability to reduce restlessness and hyperactivity in many people whilst calming the nervous system and reducing blood pressure.

If you’re looking to calm both your body and your mind, vanilla essential oil may be an ideal choice. 

 

Jasmine: Sweet dreams

The sweet floral aroma of jasmine has powerful sleep-promoting properties to help you to get a good night’s sleep, without the need for sleeping tablets.

Research has shown that jasmine improves sleep quality whilst increasing daytime alertness. In fact, researchers in Bochum, Germany found jasmine to be the most effective sleep remedy of all the essential oils tested. The strongest jasmine fragrance tested was found to be as effective on nervous system activity as prescription drugs such as Valium.

If you’re having trouble clearing your mind to sleep or finding yourself regularly waking through the night, jasmine could be the perfect essential oil for you.  

 

Roman chamomile: Hypnotic relaxation

Chamomile has been used for many years to induce sleep and relaxation. There’s a good chance that someone has suggested you drink a cup of chamomile tea when you can’t sleep, but inhalation can be even more effective.


Studies have proven chamomile essential oil to be effective at inducing sleep after inhalation, as well as reducing levels of stress hormones in the body. As well as calming anxiety and promoting sleep, chamomile also has the potential to reduce nightmares, allowing you to have a restful night.

Chamomile essential oil is also thought to improve sleep apnea. Thanks to its ability to aid relaxation and promote sound sleep, chamomile oil can help to soothe the
central nervous system, benefiting those suffering with central sleep apnea.

The benefits don’t end there. New mothers will also be pleased to discover that roman chamomile essential oil can also benefit their babies. Along with lavender oil, chamomile essential oil can help to relieve the symptoms of colic whilst helping your baby to sleep.  

 

 

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Cedarwood: Deep serenity

With a deep, woody aroma, cedarwood essential oil evokes a sense of deep peace. Cedrol, a component found in cedarwood oil, acts as an effective sedative, helping you to drift off into a peaceful sleep.


A 2011 study on patients with dementia found that cedarwood increased the duration of sleep, along with reducing early morning waking. This means that cedarwood could be useful for treating occasional insomnia.

If you’re looking for an essential oil that will help you to fall asleep and leave you feeling refreshed in the morning, cedarwood essential oil may be right for you.  

 

 

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